Derrick Morrison Jr.
Chicago,IL
Summary
Driven Licensed Stationary Engineer offering 6 years of Chief Engineer experience. Proficient in solution based planning and executing direct preventive and corrective maintenance. In-depth knowledge of general repairs and new system installations combined with business-oriented perspectives. Familiar with all facets of design, construction and implementation. I am also very proficient in Leadership at the senior level with great experience in trainings,team building,safety, team satisfaction and quality assurance in not only in the realm of engineering, but the facility and operation as a whole. I am eager to teach and learn as much as possible in my field to enhance My skillset as an engineer and leader as well as the skills of the department. During my tenure I have built, maintained,and enhanced a 40million dollar property that has hosted some of the most influential and powerful people in the the world. I look to lend my skills and experience to any team and operation I am apart of to excel and succeed in collective goals and milestones.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Engineer
SOPHY Hyde Park
07.2018 - Current
- Coordinate/ Oversee scheduling of movements for high level political VIP with United states secret service and Department of Defense. Escort high Level VIPs during their time on property to ensure safe and efficient movement.
- Coordinate/ Oversee various labor, trainings, and inspections with ownership, general contractor, and Sub contractors (construction phase)
- Identify mechanical errors and record progress for commissioning agency and warranty vendors. Oversee open communication and repair work during property handoff post construction.
- Schedule and oversee completion of warranty repairs, vendor visits, new mechanical installations, and renovations
- Develop SOPs for Engineering Department as well as Facility wide for operational efficiency in regards to equipment and emergency situation response
- Work closely with home office and facilities directors to identify issues discuss capital improvement projects and implement as needed. train engineers and maintenance personnel,
- Conduct safety meetings/trainings and manage incident reporting
- Maintain permit and licenses to maintain compliance with city ordinances
- Manage engineers,maintenance staff,housemen, cross trainees
- Implement Preventative maintenance projects and schedules Daily, weekly, quarterly, annually.
- Conduct annual walkthrough, inspections, and visits with General manager, corporate office, City of Chicago, fire department, filming crews, potential clients/investors. .
- Maintain Property Operations and Maintenance Department Budget
- Log/upload trainings, design prints, vendor contracts, and safety meetings to company drive
- Coordinate and oversee Capital Improvement projects for equipment Functionality, efficiency, and Aesthetic appeal (10k-150K)
- Host and assist large groups with AV, electrical, Filming, HVAC, set up needs without issue
- Assist properties in company portfolio with engineering projects and trainings
- Build and maintain relationships with General Contractor, Sub contractors, and new vendors.
- Provide quality assurance and optimal performance for Home office, General manager, fellow senior leaders, line level staff and guests/patrons.
- Maintain clear and open communication with management team, Property management, and ownership.
- Work with fellow members of senior leadership to implement improvements to hotel finance, safety, department performance, and staff culture.
Engineer Part Time-Full Time
Hyatt Place South University Medical Center
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Assist and report to chief engineer
- Conduct meter reads on closed loop pneumatic system.
- Preform quarterly preventative maintenance on guest rooms
- Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment as needed.
- Maintain aesthetic maintenance of public spaces
- Maintain pool chemistries and pool equipment functionality
- Report potential problems to chief engineer and management
- Assist chief engineer with boiler annual maintenance
- Conducted rigorous quality assurance tests, identifying areas of improvement for product optimization.
- Applied lean principles to enhance efficiency and reduce waste in various engineering projects.
- Designed custom tools and equipment, increasing overall process effectiveness and safety.
- Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives resulting in increased operational efficiency across multiple departments.
- Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
Education
Associates (In progress) and FET Program (Complete) - Facilities Engineering and Technology
Triton College
Chicago, IL12.2024
Communications -
Roosevelt University
Chicago07.2015
Skills
- Senior Leadership coordination and management
- Security camera management
- Data room management (voice, data, Sales POS, Rooms POS, Television, key system software, private networks
- Asset management
- Team building
- Quality assurance
- MS office
- Capital Improvement scheduling and management
- Basic Low voltage, Drywall, Locksmithing, plumbing
- Fire system management
- Kitchen equipment
- Codes Compliance
- Safety meetings
- Operations Management
- Equipment monitoring
- Team direction
- Energy management
- HVAC equipment and controls
- Workflow Planning
- Project Management
- Maintenance Planning
- Engineering Design
Certification
- City of Chicago Stationary Engineer’s License
- Facilities Engineering and Technology Certificate (Triton college)
- EPA Universal
- OSHA 10hour
- Illinois Pool Operator License
- Variable frequency Drives Certification
- Labor history Certification
- Industrial Maintenance Certification
- Basic Lock Smith Certification
- Cooling Tower Operations
- Boiler Water Treatment
Professional References
- Louie Jones | William A. Randolph Construction | (847) 489-6294
- Latara Williams | Sophy Hotel, Kosher Cleaning services | (773) 691-8080
- Sammie Shannon | City of Chicago Dept. of Aviation | (312) 927-3448
- Harold Shorette | The Olympia Companies | (207) 631-0146
- Tevis Jackson | City Of Chicago Department of Buildings | (773) 315-8192
- Pedro Cardenas | United States Secret Service | (708) 768-4434
- Brian Tuckett | United states Secret Service | (281) 841-7563
- Sean Bowes | Department of Defense | (816) 916-1516
Timeline
Chief Engineer
SOPHY Hyde Park
07.2018 - Current
Engineer Part Time-Full Time
Hyatt Place South University Medical Center
08.2017 - 07.2018
Associates (In progress) and FET Program (Complete) - Facilities Engineering and Technology
Triton College
Communications -
Roosevelt University